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AF02 DLX

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

73,308 mi
Last recorded73,308 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 DLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 73,308 miles

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 64,733 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both lightly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 60,717 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 57,177 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front (2.7.3)

front tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 9 Mar 2017 52,402 miles

Front shocks slight misting of oil

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Mar 2017 52,402 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front shocks slight misting of oil

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 47,886 miles

Rear exhaust hangar is not connected

Pass 12 Mar 2015 43,765 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 39,464 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 36,808 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust section thin above rear axle

Pass 9 Mar 2012 35,045 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 32,426 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres wearing on inside shoulders

Pass 16 Mar 2010 27,839 miles

wear on inner shoulders of both front tyres

Pass 26 Feb 2009 23,445 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 20,185 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 16,924 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 13,373 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AF02 DLX is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 95,013 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF02 DLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF02 DLX registered?

AF02 DLX is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 March 2002.

Is AF02 DLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF02 DLX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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